Re-Apache, yes no doubt, they've been a great contributor to the Java ecosystem (I wouldn't say JSR per say). My understanding is that the ASF hasn't scaled down its investment in Java-related projects.

Forget ISO, call it this:
http://jcp.org/aboutJava/communityprocess/summaries/2007/December07-summary.html
I know ASF hasn't scaled down development, I am talking about engagement in the JCP, that has scaled down to ZERO

Alexis,
I am pretty sure you know where i am comming from. An open field vendor neutral standard like oracle suggested here:
http://jcp.org/aboutJava/communityprocess/summaries/2007/December07-summary.html
Would not imply restrictions on the TCK.
Having the spec lead putting restrictions on the TCK for its own economical interests is not a vendor neutral standard.
Did Sun not put restriction on JavaSE implementations to avoid loosing revenue from JavaME licences?
Isn't this what made Apache step down from all JSRs?

Alexis,
vendor neutral means that there are no restrictions on the implementation, the TCK or the licencing model.
As you have probably followed the JCP voting, i align with what IBM calls their preferred licencing model.
How it affects me?
I am a java developer. With Apache on board of the JCP, their contributions will defently improve JSRs and my skills (as a developer) can always go further with wiser JSRs.
If harmony had no licencing restrictions, porting code to android would be easier, would save time and reduce costs. I could do more.
With several implementations of Java SE, the risk would be lower (as in EE) and there would be more engagement in the java platform from the community.
If JDK was to be released under the Apache Licence, everyone in the IT market could align in intentions and contribute to a greater platform,

I think you under-estimate the importance of Java compatibility.
OpenJDK is an open source project and community. No doubt you've seen the recent increased activity there.
While the ASF was an important contributor, I wouldn't dismiss the role of the 15 EC members and the hundreds of other JCP participants.